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05/29/2026

New episode featuring Forage Drops out now!

In this episode, we spoke with Dr. Liliane Silva about this year’s drought, which has left many producers with a real need for resilient solutions across the Southeast.

We discuss how warm-season annuals like pearl millet, sorghum-Sudan crosses, and forages like crabgrass can fill that gap while improving pasture diversity.

What’s your biggest challenge in managing forage during extreme weather? Comment below!

Link to episode on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/48jMHEg8UJGXA2NdRiCmUy?si=MKkHl-cHRCWL01lG8UJpLA
YouTube: https://youtu.be/v-EYNyoTxGQ

TODAY IS THE DAY! Our Corn and Silage Forage Field Day starts in just one hour. Yesterday, we had a day of field site pr...
05/28/2026

TODAY IS THE DAY! Our Corn and Silage Forage Field Day starts in just one hour. Yesterday, we had a day of field site preparations and guest introductions. Stay tuned for more updates on the Field Day.

Drop a 🌽if you will be there, and be sure connect with and learn from farmers, extension agents, and leaders in ag!

05/27/2026

Are you already thinking about summer forages?

We got just 2 inches of rain recently, and soil moisture still isn’t fully replenished. That’s why considering planting sorghum sudan now could be a good strategy for fall and winter feed.

What’s your go-to forage recovery plan? Would love to hear your tips below.

05/22/2026

New episode on disaster relief featuring Marcinda Kester, executive director of the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Florida!

In Florida, we’re facing severe droughts and freezes that has impacted our forages and livestock. When a disaster hits, local and state boards quickly assess the damage and escalate to federal authorities if needed. This process is what unlocks vital emergency loans.

Tune in to find out how you can access resources for disaster relief, and comment RELIEF for a list of resources you can check out to learn more.

Listen on Spotify, Apple and YouTube, and be sure to give us a follow so you never miss an episode!
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2A1MSJ3K4j67OQ1QTHon95?si=MZG8UqAZRUuV7kRHzcg-PQ

05/15/2026

Our new episode for Cow Talks is out now, where we dig a little deeper into the CHEERS initiative. For farmers, students, and agents alike, looking to get involved with outreach and collaboration, CHEERS has plenty of opportunities to be engaged, and, most importantly financially supported!

Give the episode a listen to answer our call to action. For more information, comment CHEERS, and we will DM you a link to resources!

Listen to our episode on Spotify, Apple and YouTube, here https://open.spotify.com/episode/0hur0BPBEnVpIVLQWavlgF?si=pB6ACB3PTSOFkVAUe2_Lww

05/08/2026

Our new episode is out NOW! Marcelo speaks with Dr. Nicolas DiLorenzo about how cattle are turning food waste into high-quality beef, helping farmers save costs and reduce waste. In Florida's drought, innovative feed solutions like distillers grains and cotton byproducts are game-changers for sustainability. Tune in for more tips!

Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7eXRQq0f2g0X9K5Y9N9Lfc?si=8d1b0d226d7c4a61

05/05/2026

What do experts have to say about the recent rainfall in Gainesville? How does this fit into the current drought the Southeast is experiencing? Find out more. Drop any questions or comments below!

05/01/2026

New episode on drought out NOW! Take a listen to what Dr. Bruno Pedreira has to say about the droughts affecting the Southeast, for advice, insights and information.

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